Nokia is the world's number one manufacturer of mobile devices by market share and a leader in the converging Internet and communications industries.

We make a wide range of devices for all major consumer segments and offer Internet services that enable people to experience music, maps, media, messaging and games. We also provide comprehensive digital map information through NAVTEQ and equipment, solutions and services for communications networks through Nokia Siemens Networks.

In 2008, Nokia's net sales were EUR 50.7 billion and operating profit was EUR 5.0 billion. At the end of 2008, we employed more than 128,445 people; had production facilities for mobile devices and network infrastructure around the world; sales in more than 150 countries; and a global network of sales, customer service and other operational units.

Corporate responsibility

Corporate responsibility is a fundamental element in Nokia’s business, brand and culture. Nokia aims to set the standards for the industry through initiatives that not only make a positive impact, but also make good business sense. The Nokia Code of Conduct commits us to uphold high ethical principles in everything we do. We respect the principles set in Universal Declaration of Human Rights and by the International Labor Organization and the United Nations Global Compact.

Communications is a relatively "clean’ industry. It is not a high energy user, does not generate substantial pollution, and does not endanger people or communities. But a responsible business needs to address its impacts and aim to make a positive contribution wherever possible.

Environmental issues are our main priority. Climate change is a serious threat which requires everyone to contribute to building a low carbon economy. We believe that strong, early action is necessary and that we have an opportunity to make a contribution to tackling climate change beyond the impact of our operations and our products.

Our environmental strategy sees Nokia among the world’s leading companies for all aspects of environmental performance. We have three priorities: energy efficiency, managing substances in our products, and take-back and recycling. We are also focusing on developing mobile services to promote more sustainable lifestyles. Reflecting this prioritisiation, our environmental data can be found in its own section here.

We have also set high ethical standards for our supply chain and our own factories. We seek to provide consumers with accessible high quality products that meet their needs and to trade with our customers responsibly. Above all, we aim to make a positive contribution to society at the local and global level.

Please refer to our key Issues for information on how we identify our most important impacts.